{"product_id":"5-seeds-diospyros-kaki-persimmon-tree-oriental-fruit-bearing-shade-tree","title":"5 Seeds Diospyros kaki Persimmon Tree Oriental Fruit Bearing Shade Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiospyros kaki, commonly known as the Oriental persimmon, is a small deciduous fruit tree prized for its glossy foliage, ornamental form, and sweet autumn fruit. Native to East Asia, it has been cultivated for centuries and is valued both as an edible and landscape tree, offering seasonal interest with colorful fall foliage and bright fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe persimmon tree works well as a specimen or accent in home orchards and mixed borders. Its fruit is enjoyed fresh when fully ripe and is also used in baking and preserves. Trees are generally long-lived and begin bearing within a few years under suitable conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Diospyros kaki\u003cbr\u003e\nVariety: Not applicable\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Fruit tree\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant_Habit: Deciduous, upright spreading\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Well-drained, loamy\u003cbr\u003e\nDays_to_Harvest: Not applicable\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 7-10\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: Seeds benefit from cool moist stratification; germination is slow and variable\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Sow in well-draining seed-starting mix, keep lightly moist\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 15-20 feet between trees\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Fruit ripens in autumn; trees may be self-fruitful or require cross-pollination depending on variety\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663344730248,"sku":"EXGA-1131","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_4ac6e35c-1e18-4801-bff7-151cd6cc6556.png?v=1791896682","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/5-seeds-diospyros-kaki-persimmon-tree-oriental-fruit-bearing-shade-tree","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}